Tag Archives: 1812 Overture

Sunday Pipes #71

Posted on July 3, 2022 by Ray V.

This is one of my favorite pieces of music and one I always associate with July 4th and fireworks. It is an unfortuante coincidence that it is performed by a royal subject, Jonathan Scott. Breathtaking!

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Filler. But Dam Good Filler

Posted on February 25, 2021 by Ray V.

Realizing that I haven’t posted much lately, I thought it wise to let you all know I was still out here, with lots of things on my mind, but lacking the energy to write about them. I found this earlier … Continue reading →

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Thanks, I Needed That

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Ray V.

It’s been a tough few weeks for a lot of us and I needed a little dose of patriotism. I first heard this version of the 1812 Overture 20-30 years ago and it was one of the first CDs I … Continue reading →